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What Can’t You Do After Filing for Bankruptcy in Georgia?

May 7, 2024

Filing for bankruptcy is a significant step toward regaining financial stability for many in Georgia, but it comes with its own set of rules and limitations. Understanding what you cannot do after initiating this legal…

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What is the Maximum Income for Chapter 7 in Georgia?

May 1, 2024

Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers a ray of hope for individuals overwhelmed by debt, providing a pathway to a fresh financial start. In Georgia, understanding the income limits for eligibility is crucial for anyone…

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Bankruptcy and Divorce in Georgia – Which Should You File First?

April 21, 2024

Your situation may seem grim if you are concerned about timing for filing both bankruptcy and divorce in Georgia, but it is important to look at the positive outcomes. With Chapter 7 and Chapter 13,…

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How to Stop Wage Garnishment in Georgia

April 18, 2024

Wage garnishment can present a significant financial hurdle, especially when you are already struggling to meet your basic living expenses. In Georgia, understanding your rights and options is crucial to managing or halting a wage…

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Bankruptcy

Debts That Can Be Relieved Through Bankruptcy

Often the people who would benefit the most from bankruptcy don’t know enough about the protections they’re afforded under the law. When you have financial stress, there are emotional traumas that come with the problem….

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Debt Settlement: Do You Need an Athens, GA Debt Relief Law Firm?

We all make mistakes in life. Many of the mistakes we make come much earlier in life and are just a part of the learning process. Growing pains happen and because of these pains, we…

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Out of Debt

How to Get Out of Debt without Paying Off All Your Bills

Life happens. Bills pile up, there are accidents, jobs are lost with recessions (or pandemics), medical issues wreak havoc. Sometimes maybe it’s just a case of becoming an adult and not having been taught responsible…

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Tax Debt

Can Federal Tax Debt Be Written Off By Filing Bankruptcy in Georgia?

“In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes,” Benjamin Franklin stated shortly after the creation of the US Constitution. Thankfully, he was wrong about at least one of them. Taxes can be eliminated,…

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Busting the 10 Biggest Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Myths

Due to recent legal changes, many people are taking a harder look at bankruptcy. Unfortunately, they may fall prey to some of the biggest chapter 13 bankruptcy myths and decide not to file, even though…

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My only income is Social Security. Should I still consider bankruptcy?

We often meet with people with debt problems whose only income is Social Security benefits.  In some cases, they are “judgment proof”.  That is, there is no way for their creditors to collect.  Other than…

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What to Consider When Deciding Whether to File for Child Support

Parents want to provide a safe and secure environment for a child. The additional court-ordered financial support is also welcome to help provide for the many needs of a child. However, is filing for child…

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